KFC names Henny Penny as Supplier of the Year

June 19, 2011

Eaton, Ohio-based Henny Penny Corporation has been named a Yum! Brands' STAR Award recipient as KFC's U.S. Supplier of the Year for 2010.

Captain D’s rolls out six new sandwiches

June 19, 2011

Captain D's Seafood Kitchen has launched two new sandwiches -- North Pacific Cod and Breaded Chicken -- featuring new customizable toppings.

Edible Arrangements launches ‘To Go’ concept

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

The new concept's quick-fix menu items, as well as high foot-traffic locations, fit into the competitive QSR space.

What makes you say that?

I met with a potential client this past week. It was a referral from a current client that knows I can help this business with their many in-house “issues.…

National, state restaurant associations file suit over tip credit regs

June 16, 2011

The National Restaurant Association, Council of State Restaurant Associations and the National Federation of Independent Business have filed suit against the…

Is “Jane Q Diner” responsible or is the counter person?

by Betsy Craig — pres, menutrinfo.com

Recently I had the pleasure and challenge of doing what I would call a “mystery dine” on a concept near the town where I live. This desire to go play Food PD…

Panda Restaurant Group helps Japanese earthquake survivors

June 15, 2011

The Panda Restaurant Group, parent company of Panda Express, Panda Inn and Hibachi-San contributed more than $450,000 to the American Red Cross in support of…

NRA Educational Foundation names executive director

June 15, 2011

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has named Lynette McKee as executive director, effective July 5.

Quiznos signs major deal for Brazilian expansion

June 15, 2011

As part of Quiznos' international development initiative, the chain has signed a master franchise agreement that calls for the development of 200 restaurants…

Burger King names master franchisee in Brazil

June 15, 2011

New York City-based 3G Capital, which bought Burger King in the fall of 2010, is led by three Brazilians. So it seems only fitting that the company has located…

Chains ramp up presentation schedules

June 15, 2011

As summer kicks into full gear, many large restaurant chains have committed to conference and event presentations. A schedule is listed as follows.

California law requires safety training for foodservice employees

Deadline for the state's 900,000 employees to be in compliance is July 1.

Krispy Kreme planning new coffee line

June 14, 2011

Many quick-service chains have found success with coffee, and Krispy Kreme Doughnuts may soon join the ranks.

Chick-fil-A In-Line model debuts in Downtown Chicago

June 14, 2011

Chick-fil-A will debut its In-Line restaurant model June 16 when it opens its first Downtown Chicago restaurant on Loyola University's Water Tower campus.

Green coffee: What's driving the increase?

by Valerie Killifer — Editor, FastCasual.com

The recent increase in green coffee has its roots in many factors. Here's a look at a few reasons why.

Big Game Brands adds new fro-yo concept to portfolio

June 13, 2011

Atlanta-based Big Game Brands, formally Raving Brands, has added Cowlicks Yogurt and Floats to its portfolio.

NRA Show exhibitors donate 37K meals to Chicago’s hungry

June 13, 2011

The National Restaurant Association announced today that exhibiting companies at the 2011 NRA Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show – held May 21-24 at Chicago's…

Sold: Arby’s acquired by Roark Capital

June 12, 2011

Wendy's/Arby's Group has announced an agreement to sell the majority of Arby's Restaurant Group Inc. shares to a buyer formed by Roark Capital Group. The…

Wendy’s Frosty fundraiser adds social media component

June 12, 2011

Fifty cents from every Wendy's Frosty purchase this weekend will go toward the Wendy's Wonderful Kids program, which finds adoptive parents for foster children…

Wienerschnitzel launches 50th anniversary antenna topper

June 12, 2011

Wienerschnitzel has introduced a new, limited edition, golden wienie antenna topper in celebration of its 50th anniversary. The new anniversary-edition antenna…